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EHX 198V

1980 Volkswagen Camper

Yellow Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2013
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

21,794 mi
Last recorded21,794 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2013
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Camper49,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEHX 198V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 3 Aug 2013 21,794 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

HOLE IN FLOOR BY DRIVERS SEAT FRONT MOUNT

Pass 20 Feb 2012 20,559 miles

HOLE IN FLOOR ALONGSIDE DRIVERS SEAT

SLIGJT PLAYIN STEERING IDLER

poor connection in brake light switch....vehicle has been sat for a period of time

Fail 20 Feb 2012 20,559 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

HOLE IN FLOOR ALONGSIDE DRIVERS SEAT

SLIGJT PLAYIN STEERING IDLER

Pass 27 Jul 2010 20,086 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2010 20,067 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

rear bumper missing brakets sticking out

Pass 20 Mar 2009 18,618 miles

o/s/rear outrigger holed and corroded

play in steering bushes

Fail 19 Dec 2008 18,601 miles

Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.G.1f)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 14 Dec 2007 10,439 miles

light surface corrosion starting to underside of van

oil leaks from engine

steering damper n/s/mounting worn

Pass 3 Aug 2006 95,621 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Camper?

Based on 115,919 MOT tests across 7,619 vehicles.

67.9%
Pass Rate
1,159
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
7,619
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,879
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 6,226
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,804
Stop lamp not working 3,507
position lamp(s) not working 3,386
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EHX 198V is a 1980 Volkswagen Camper in Yellow with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1980 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.4% with a typical mileage of 49,104 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Camper fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 7,879 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EHX 198V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Camper typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 46 years old, this Volkswagen Camper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EHX 198V registered?

EHX 198V is a 1980 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 1 January 1980.

Is EHX 198V safe to buy?

The MOT history for EHX 198V shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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